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How to bag £365 worth of Christmas beauty gifts for just £79 – including ‘glass skin in a bottle’ & ‘wonder’ serum

THIS Christmas snag £365 of beauty must-haves for just £79 – including the fan-favourite ‘glass skin in a bottle’ and the show-stopping ‘Wonder’ serum.

The set brings together 32 carefully curated mix of skincare and beauty essentials, designed to keep your complexion glowing all winter long.

An advent calendar with 24 beauty products, featuring a "Justmylook" mirror and various skincare, makeup, and hair products.

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It has 32 carefully selected treats across haircare, skincare, makeup, bath & body and lifestyleCredit: Justmylook

From hydrating serums to luxurious creams, each product promises a little bit of pampering magic, making it a perfectly indulgent gift for yourself or someone special.

Shoppers are already calling it a bargain not to be missed, with the full retail value adding up to over £365, yet the Christmas set is available for just £79 – a fraction of the price.

What’s included?

For haircare, there is a Hair Syrup Rapunzel Pre-Wash Oil Treatment (50ml, deluxe size), Alfaparf Milano Semi Di Lino Diamond Illuminating Shampoo (75ml, deluxe size), and Alfaparf Milano Semi Di Lino Diamond Illuminating Conditioner (50ml, deluxe size).

You also get an Intense Moisture Hair Mask (300ml, full size), Bondi Boost Heat Protectant Spray (50ml, deluxe size), Incredilox Nourishing Argan Treatment Oil (100ml, full size) and a Brushworks Dry Shampoo (50ml, deluxe size).

Your skin will be pampered with a Madagascar Centella Ampoule (30ml, full size), a Biodance Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask (34g, full size), a TIRTIR Milk Skin Toner (50ml, full size), and a Purito Mighty Bamboo Panthenol Cream (100ml, full size).

You can also enjoy a Dr.PawPaw Overnight Lip Mask (10ml, full size), a Geek & Gorgeous Jelly Joker Cleanser (50ml, deluxe size), Grace & Stella Under Eye Mask Set (full size), a Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Fluid SPF50 (15ml, deluxe size), a Clean Skin Club Clean Towels XL Travel Pack (x10, full size) and a Kanzen Anti-Bacterial Cleansing Water (125ml, full size).

The beauty set offers cosmetics such as the Clomana Marshmallow Sponge, a Spectrum Collections Everyday 4 Piece Makeup Brush Set, a Plump It! Volumising Lip Oil (3ml), and a Jecca Blac Glow Drops Highlighting Primer in Rose Pearl (20ml).

Treat yourself to a fresh manicure with the Nails Inc. It’s Topless 1-Step Gel Nail Polish (10ml) and Nails Inc. It’s Topless 1-Step Gel Nail Polish (10ml).

Relax with the bath and body samples, which include the ESPA Bergamot & Jasmine Body Wash (40ml), the ESPA Bergamot & Jasmine Body Lotion (40ml), a Fussy Natural Deodorant Stick and two Truly Beauty Unicorn Fruit & Coco Cloud Gift sets (60ml).

Other goodies include a Shay & Blue Parfum Nashwa Eau De Parfum (10ml), a White Silver Cloud Fluffy Sleep Mask, a Justmylook Spa Headband and three Justmylook Satin Hair Scrunchies.

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Customer reviews

Customers loved the set last year, leaving rave reviews and calling it a “blow-away” buy for both the quality and quantity of products included.

Many praise how the items feel luxurious, perform well, and offer a real sense of value, making it one of the most talked-about beauty bargains this festive season.

One customer wrote: “Bought this last year for my daughter and she absolutely loved it!

“The variety and quality of products behind each door was exceptional, in fact she has since purchased some of the items to use throughout the year.

Most important skincare advice

Faye Purcell, Head of Research & Development at Q+A Skincare shared her knowledge with Fabulous.

What skincare advice would you like everyone to know/follow? 

Can I give two! Firstly, wear SPF daily and secondly, double cleanse! Wearing SPF daily, even on cloudy days and during the winter months, is one of the most important things you can do for your skin. 

Double cleansing is one of the most effective (and often overlooked) ways to upgrade your skincare routine – especially if you wear sunscreen, makeup, or live in a busy polluted city. I’d suggest an evening double cleanse for best results.

What is a big skincare myth? 

Luxury doesn’t mean more effective. You absolutely do not need to spend a fortune on skincare to get great results and Q+A is the perfect example of this. Many affordable products use the same active ingredients as luxury brands like hyaluronic acid, retinol, vitamin C, peptides, or salicylic acid – we use these in lots of our face and body products. A smart, consistent routine with well-formulated products – regardless of price – is what truly delivers results.

If someone is new to skincare, what’s one product you’d recommend them and why? 

A moisturiser with SPF. Moisturising daily is an essential for all skin types and can make a perceivable difference to the appearance of the skin quickly. As SPF is also essential, combining these two steps can build good habits quickly and prevent skin cancer. Not only is SPF essential for protecting the skin from sun damage/skin cancer but also helps keep premature ageing at bay e.g. wrinkles/pigmentation. 

Q+A have three excellent facial SPF50s (£15 each) – Peptide Anti-Ageing SPF50, Niacinamide Balancing SPF50 and Squalane Hydrating SPF50, that are available from Sephora and Holland & Barrett.

What is Q+A’s number one best seller? 

Our Hyaluronic Acid Facial Serum. It’s our number one best-seller one is sold every 90 seconds!

When it comes to the body, it’s the Q+A Salicylic Acid Body Wash – we sell one every two minutes.

Q+A is available from Sephora, Holland & Barrett, selected Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Waitrose stores and qandaskin.com.

“Great calendar for trying some new products.”

Another added: “I truly enjoyed opening this one. A few different products in it unlike some advents who seems to copy each other. Very happy and especially the price point.”

A third penned: “I have just received my box as a birthday present. Love. Love. Love. What is there not to love?

“The box itself is just gorgeous … the contents are just amazing. It’s going to take some time to go through all the boxes .. can I wait until December …. nnahhhhh Let’s start now. Thank you.”

A fourth said: “WOW in a word! I’ve just received my JML Advent today and it’s absolutely beautiful.

“The box is gorgeous and so well made, each drawer holding the full 25 (not 24 like a classic advent) individual boxes (though I note there are several boxes with multiple items).

“It’s truly a lovely gift for yourself or a loved one (I ordered one for myself and another for my mum). I can’t recommend it enough, honestly.

“The team at JML have clearly put a lot of thought in to both the design of the box and the goodies inside it, not to mention the incredible value for money.

“I’m blown away, truly. Thanks Team JML – this advent is fabulous!!”

Illustration of a collection of six beauty products, including Cleansing Antibacterial Water, Marshmallow Sponge, Bio Collagen Deep Mask, Under Eye Mask Heroes, Fussy Cloud Nine deodorant, and Hair Syrup Rapunzel Pre-Wash Oil, presented as "Viral Icons" with notes like "Worth the hype!", "Limited Edition", and "Best-Seller".

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It has 20 full-size products and a total value of over £365Credit: Justmylook

Biggest skincare trends for 2025

Face The Future’s Head of Clinic, Kimberley Medd, shared the five skincare trends predicted to take off in 2025.

1. Exosomes 

Exosomes are the buzzword for 2025, taking advanced skin regeneration to new heights. These micro-messengers signal skin cells to repair damage, boost collagen, and accelerate recovery, and they’re a gamechanger for targeting ageing.

2. Streamlined Skincare

The age of 12-step routines is fading as consumers shift to more intentional, multi-functional products. Streamlining skincare not only saves time but also reduces the risk of overloading your skin. In 2025, we’ll see a rise in hybrid products that combine active ingredients for simplified, effective results.

3. Vegan Collagen 

Plant-based collagen will dominate the skincare world this year, providing a sustainable, ethical alternative to traditional animal-derived collagen. Expect vegan collagen in everything from moisturisers to serums.

4. The Rise Of AI

AI is revolutionising the beauty landscape, making it possible for consumers to get truly personalised skincare solutions. In 2025, we predict a dramatic shift towards AI-powered tools that help people understand their skin on a deeper level.

5. Hair Loss Solutions – 

Hair loss is an issue that affects more men than we often realise, and it’s no longer just something we’re talking about behind closed doors. This year, expect to see a continued rise in demand for treatments that not only tackle hair loss but also nurture overall scalp health.

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First look at the best Christmas beauty advent calendars – including Selfridges’ luxe buy that’ll save you £750

CHRISTMAS might still feel months away, but in the world of beauty lovers, the countdown starts now.

The first wave of 2025’s beauty advent calendars has landed, and they’re stuffed with luxe treats, jaw-dropping savings and golden ticket surprise savings.

First look at the best Xmas beauty advent calendars including Selfridges' luxe buy saving you £750 & waitlists are open, , NO PERMISSION - https://www.tiktok.com/@hiyaimalex/video/7536222501504814358, ,

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A TikToker has revealed a first look at the best Xmas beauty advent calendarsCredit: TikTok/ @hiyaimalex
First look at the best Xmas beauty advent calendars including Selfridges' luxe buy saving you £750 & waitlists are open, , NO PERMISSION - https://www.tiktok.com/@hiyaimalex/video/7536222501504814358, ,

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The list includes a Selfridges’ luxe buy that will save you £750Credit: TikTok/ @hiyaimalex

TikTok beauty lover Alex, @hiyaimalex, has given fans a first peek at some of the biggest launches for 2025, and we’ve broken down the highlights so you can decide which one to stick on your wish list.

Selfridges

Selfridges advent calendar 2025

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Selfridges advent calendar 2025 retails for £250Credit: Selfridges

Whether you like it or not, Selfridges has officially kicked off Christmas in August.

The department store has revealed 23 of the 37 products inside its 2025 beauty advent calendar, with a huge 24 of them full-sized.

Priced at £250 but worth £1,136, it’s packed with high-end favourites.

The following have been confirmed so far.

  • Charlotte Tilbury’s setting spray (30ml)
  • Laneige’s full-sized berry lip mask
  • Lisa Eldridge lip liner
  • Augustinus Bader eye cream
  • Jo Malone’s English Pear & Freesia scent (30ml)
  • A Refy bronze brush
  • Moon Glaze Stick
  • UK Lash Serum
  • Mini Tatcha Silk Cream
  • The Ordinary’s niacinamide serum
  • Rodial’s Vitamin C tonic
  • Elemis resurfacing pads
  • Gisou hair oil (20ml)
  • Full-sized Color Wow Dream Coat
  • Lashify lash set
  • Charlotte Mensah salt scrub
  • Scalp brush
  • Murad hydration mask
  • Maria Nila soothing serum
  • Mini Ormonde Jayne and Fleur de Teck fragrances

Plus a Selfridges Beauty Concierge card has been added for an as-yet-unknown treat.

The mix of full sizes and fragrance has already got beauty fans buzzing.

You can join the waitlist here.

SPACE NK

Space NK advent calendar

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The Space NK advent calendar retails for £260Credit: Space NK

Always one of the most lusted-after calendars, Space NK is back with a sleek new look for 2025.

At £260, it’s a serious investment but with a value of £1,150 and 25 products (many full-sized), it’s one of the most generous on the market.

The waitlist’s already open, so if you want in, you’ll need to move fast.

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CULT BEAUTY

Cult Beauty Advent Aalendar 2025

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Cult Beauty is offering two calendars this yearCredit: Cult beauty

This year Cult Beauty is spoiling shoppers with not one but two advent calendars.

The classic curation has 35 items, while the limited edition has 40, with the latter sneaking in a few fragrance treats.

Priced at £240 with a value of around £1,100, they’re also hiding golden tickets worth £1,000 inside some lucky boxes.

Revealed so far is the Hourglass mascara, Gucci lip oil, Patrick Ta blush duo and Huda Beauty lip gloss.

The waitlist is now open.

SEPHORA

Sephora Favorites gift set.

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The Sephora Advent Calendar 2025 holds 41 productsCredit: Sephora

It seems Sephora is playing hard to get with their 2025 calendar, having not shared a price yet, but we do know it holds 41 products.

Alex reckons she’s spotted the Gisou lip oil, Laneige cream, Merit blush balm, Kayali fragrance, Rare Beauty, Glow Recipe skincare and an Amika dry shampoo.

Fans can expect more reveals soon, but even these early guesses are enough to get beauty fans buzzing.

The waitlist is now open.

ELLE BEAUTY

Elle Beauty Advent calendar 2025

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The Elle Beauty Advent calendar 2025 is going for £130Credit: Elle beauty

Affordable but still packed with high-end names, Elle Beauty’s calendar is going for £130 but worth around £700.

It’s got a jaw-dropping 10 full-sized products.

The full list of products included are as follows.

  • Zelens Power B
  • Murad Cellular Hydration Barrier Repair Cream
  • Medik8 Advanced Day Total Protect SPF30
  • Wild Nutrition Food Grown Complete Beauty Support
  • Champo Pitta Brow Serum.
  • AKT Body Conditioning Balm
  • Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush in Happy
  • Sync Beauty Lip Oil
  • Goldwell Rich Repair Mask
  • OPI Infinite Shine
  • PERS Vitamin C Serum
  • Votary Blemish Rescue Oil
  • By Terry Brightening CC Serum
  • Narciso Rodriguez All Of Me eau de parfum
  • Rodial Snake Serum
  • Aveda Botanical Repair Strengthening Leave-In Treatment
  • Neal’s Yard Remedies Vegan Wild Rose Beauty Balm
  • Aromatherapy Associates Deep Relax Bath and Shower Oil
  • Tweezerman Micro Mini Tweezer
  • Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream
  • L’Occitane Almond Shower Oil
  • Gallinee Youthful Serum
  • Rituals Ayurveda Shower Foam
  • Espa Bergamot Body Lotion
  • Fenty Cherry Dub BHA Toner
  • Nuxe Hair Prodigieux High Shine Shampoo
  • Nuxe Hair Prodigieux High Shine Conditioner

With the waitlist now open.

HARRODS

Harrods Advent Calendar 2025

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The Harrods Advent Calendar 2025 offers 32 productsCredit: Harrods

The Harrods Beauty Advent Calendar is pure Christmas luxury, costing a hefty £250 for 32 products, 14 of them full-sized.

Fans can expect the crème de la crème of beauty brands, from La Mer and Tatcha to Sisley and Medik8.

The full list of products is below.

  • Laura Mercier Black Caviar Extravagant Mascara 8.5g (Full Size)
  • La Prairie Foam Cleanser 50ml (Travel Size)
  • Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6 30ml (Full Size)
  • Rodial Frosted Pink Blush Drops & Bronze Glowlighter 15ml (Full Size) and 2g (Deluxe Mini)
  • Evidens De Beaute The Special Mask 30ml (Travel Size)
  • Davines OI All In One Milk 50ml (Travel Size)
  • Shiseido FSLX Total Regenerating Cream 15ml (Travel Size)
  • Sisley Floral Toning Lotion 100ml (Travel Size)
  • Beautifect Beauty Blender 1pc (Full Size)
  • Hourglass Veil Translucent Setting Powder 2g (Travel Size)
  • U beauty Resurfacing Compound 15ml (Travel Size)
  • La Mer Crème de la Mer 15ml (Full Size)
  • Bobbi Brown Taupe Long Wear Cream Eye Shadow Stick 1.6g (Full Size)
  • 111SKIN Cyro Sheet Mask 1pc (Full Size)
  • Christophe Robin Cleansing Purifying Scrub & Regenerating Mask 40ml & 75ml (Travel Size)
  • Cle De Peau UV Protective Cream 8ml (Travel Size)
  • Etat Libre D’Orange Uruk 10ml (Travel Size)
  • Skin Cycles Lip Balm 0.5ml (Full Size)
  • Lancaster Ligne Princière Cream & Ligne Princière Serum 15ml & 7.5ml (Travel Size & Deluxe Mini)
  • Valmont Votre Visage L’Elixir Face Cream 15ml (Travel Size)
  • Augustinus Bader The Face Oil 10ml (Travel Size)
  • Moncho Moreno Bond J’ aime Bond 100ml (Travel Size)
  • MZ SKIN Hydra-Bright Gold Eye Mask 1pc (Full Size)
  • MZ SKIN Vitamin Infused Meso Eye Mask 1pc (Full Size)
  • MZ SKIN Soothe & Smooth Hyaluronic Brightening Eye Complex 14ml (Full Size)
  • Champo Pitta Lash Serum 4ml & Pitta Brow Serum 4ml (Full Size x 2)
  • Tatcha Indigo Overnight Repair 15ml (Travel Size)
  • Mac Ruby Woo Macximal Sleek Satin Lipstick 3.8g (Full Size)

Pre-order is open but customers are limited to buying a maximum of five boxes.

HARVEY NICHOLS

Harvey Nichols Advent Calendar 2025

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The Harvey Nichols Advent Calendar 2025 costs £250Credit: Harvey Nichols

Another £250 option, Harvey Nichols’ calendar is worth over £1,000 and already available to rewards members.

Big names include NARS, La Mer, Charlotte Tilbury and Color Wow — and as a festive bonus, one in every 50 calendars contains a £50 Harvey Nicks gift voucher.

You can now join the waitlist.

LIBERTY

Liberty Advent Calendar 2025

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The Liberty advent calendar packs in £1,200 worth of productsCredit: Liberty

One of the priciest and poshest on the list, Liberty’s advent calendar costs £270 but packs in over £1,200 worth of beauty.

Inside are 30 products, 20 of them full-sized, from brands like Augustinus Bader, Sisley and Lisa Eldridge.

Plus, 15 golden tickets worth £1,000 are hidden among the calendars. The waitlist’s open now, and these will go fast.

ANTHROPOLOGIE

Anthropologie advent calendar 2024

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The Anthropologie advent calendar will retail for £98Credit: Anthropologie

At £98, this is one of the most affordable luxury beauty calendars of the year, but it’s still worth £365 and includes 11 full-sized items.

With a golden ticket promotion offering extra prizes, it’s a fun, budget-friendly option for beauty lovers who don’t want to miss out on the seasonal sparkle.

Best value for money

If you’re chasing the biggest bang for your buck, Space NK comes out on top for sheer savings at £260 for a £1,150 haul is hard to beat.

Liberty offers the highest overall value at £1,200+, but it’s also the most expensive.

For budget-conscious shoppers, ELF’s £150 calendar crams in £1,100 worth of products, making it the best mid-price steal.

And if you’re after something affordable but still luxe, Anthropologie’s £98 calendar gives you over three times your money in products.

These aren’t the only calendars to hit the market this year so if you’re still after a more affordable option don’t worry.

Boots and a few other high street favourites are still keeping their Christmas cards close to their chest, but if last year’s sell-out calendars are anything to go by, their launches will cause a frenzy.

For now, though, the early releases are already making December mornings look a whole lot more glamorous.

Money-Saving Tips from Gemma Bird: Save £2k Before Christmas

IF youre’ looking to save cash, you’ve come to the right place, as here, Gemma Bird has shared her top tips that’ll save you £2k before Christmas.

  • Set a budget: Track your spending and create a realistic budget.
  • Cut unnecessary costs: Cancel unused subscriptions and avoid impulse buys.
  • Meal planning: Plan meals to reduce grocery bills and avoid takeaways.
  • Sell unwanted items: Declutter and sell items online for extra cash.
  • Cashback and discounts: Use cashback sites and hunt for discount codes.
  • DIY gifts: Make personalised gifts to save money and add a personal touch.
  • Pick up a seasonal shift: A really easy way to pick up a bit of extra cash in the winter is to find yourself some seasonal work.

Follow these practical tips from Gemma Bird to boost your savings before the festive season!



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